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Best players Two Wells - B.Daly, P.Seccafien, A.Pounendis, M.Sincock, M.Abdilla, B.Arnold Virginia - P.Mylonopoulos, M.Catanzariti, B.Farrugia, D.Oliver, C.Worden, S.Lioulios

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Reserves coach Ben Arnold displays the spoils of victory.

Roosters rule the reserves Redlow results: See Back Page

Two wells triumphant: Two Wells defeated arch rival Virginia by 11 points after coming from behind at half time to win the Adelaide Plains Football League reserves grand final. Two Wells mid-fielder Michael Abdilla (pictured) is chased by Virginia’s Ben Farrugia, Chris Campbell, Devon Oliver.

Full report and photos: Page 10 Souvenir poster: Pages 10-11 Picture: Lisa Redpath

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Council nominations stong

A MAYORAL battle is unfolding in coming weeks as two candidates go head to head for District Council of Mallala’s official robes in the upcoming local government elections.

This is the first mayoral election for the council, after switching to the new system this year.

Ward Belt Elected members, as opposed Lewiston to beingGawler elected at large by the public, previously chose a mayor Gawler or chairman.

River Incumbent mayor, Duncan Kennington, is being challenged MacDonald by former mayor and current Park Penfield Virginia Andrews Munno Para Gardens Two Wells RSL president, Tony Farm Penfield Flaherty.

It is just one of a few electoral Waterloo RAAF Base Corner battles emerging in council’s Edinburgh Elizabeth three wards.

Two Wells and Lewiston, Middle Beach, Lower Light, Port Gawler, Buckland Park, and Virginia.

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The status quo will remain in the Lewiston Ward, with Tom Summerton, Anne Picard and Karen McColl all going on for another term.

Five candidates have put their names forward for the three vacancies in the Dublin Mallala Ward.

Incumbents, Marcus Strudwicke, Yvonne Howard, Terry Keen and Steve Jones will be joined by David Parsons in the battle for the available positions.

Five names are in for the three vacancies in Two Wells Ward, current councillors, Joe Daniele and Jan Heley up against Eddie Stubing, Melville Lawrence and Michael Tennant.

Playford Council

Adelaide Plains Football League Scores from the Grand Final at Two Wells Hamley Bridge Mallala

A Grade

6.2 10.5 12.12 16.13 (109) 4.2 8.2 10.3 17.5 (107)

Goals: Hamley Bridge - K.Heberle 4, T.Smith 3, S.Hanson 3, A.Duncan 3, T.Stribling 2, V.Thach 1 Mallala - B.Harris 5, D.Feeley 4, B.Parish 3, J.Montgomerie 2, J.Clements 1, B.Griffiths 1, J.Birchmore 1 Best: Hamley Bridge - T.Stribling, B.Dowdell, N.Flynn, A.Duncan, R.Appleton, K.Heberle Mallala - B.Parish, J.Montgomerie, J.Clements, J.Earl, T.Algar, J.Birchmore

Reserves

Two Wells Virginia

3.3 4.2

6.4 7.4

10.5 9.8

12.8 10.9

(80) (69)

Goals: Two Wells - M.Abdilla 3, J.Becker 2, P.Seccafien 2, B.Arnold 2, S.Wise 1, M.Hardiman 1, J.Osborne 1 Virginia - P.Mylonopoulos 3, J.Stoyanoff 3, S.Lioulios 2, T.Smith 1, T.Karutz 1 Best: Two Wells - B.Daly, P.Seccafien, A.Pounendis, M.Sincock, M.Abdilla, B.Arnold Virginia - P.Mylonopoulos, C.Mylonopoulos, T.Crampton, C.Worden, J.Stoyanoff, D.Oliver

Senior Colts

Mallala Balaklava

2.3 6.5 7.8 12.11 (83) 2.0 4.1 4.2 4.5 (29)

Goals: Mallala - J.Good 3, A.Coe 3, A.Kearns 2, R.Thorne 2, L.O’Leary 2 Balaklava - L.Speissegger 2, D.Michael 1, C.Arbon 1 Best: Mallala - J.Good, M.Jenkin, K.Hummell, A.Clothier, A.Coe, L.Mathew Balaklava - J.Michael, J.Wehr, J.Harkness, L.Speissegger, C.Arbon, S.Tannock

Junior Colts

Balaklava Hamley Bridge

2.5 3.8 7.9 13.11 (89) 0.1 0.1 1.1 1.1 (7)

Goals: Balaklava - S.Michael 6, B.Easlea 3, T.Lamond 2, L.Greenslade 1, W.Dixon 1 Hamley Bridge - W.Stockman 1 Best: Balaklava - S.Michael, L.Greenslade, W.Dixon, T.Lamond, A.Lawless, K.Slater Hamley Bridge - P.Kluth, H.McCabe, C.McCann, P.Lowe, L.Rose, A.Hudson

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TRAVEL IN COMFORT WITH COUNTRY HOSPITALITY MYSTERY DAY TRIPS DATES • October 7 • November 4 EXTENDED TOURS 2014 • Bateman’s Bay ................ October 19 - 31 • Lobethal Lights .....................December 14 • Loxton Lights ................ December 20 - 21

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Glenn Docherty will again be the Playford mayor after being re-elected unopposed. There will be elections in all six wards.

Ward 1 (3 vacancies): Ashton Hockley, Stephen Coppins, Dino Musolino, Peter Netoulis, Wayne Wissell, Goy Leek, Nick Charles, Carol Muzyk and Julie Ann Norris.

Ward 2 (3 vacancies): Gay Smallwood-Smith, Modeste Hatungimana, Adam Sherwood, Terry Morrison, Jame Onuzans, John Cowell, Rob Whaite, Nick Cava, Terry Stuart.

Ward 3 (2 vacancies) John Hetzel, Craig Withers, Joe Federico, Andrew Craig.

Ward 4 (3 vacancies) Paul Purvis, Max O’Rielly, Tony

O’Rielly, Hussain Razaiat, Shirley Halls, Dennis Ryan, Shaun Barby, Sharka Byrne, Aaron Steer, Denis Davey.

Ward 5 (2 vacancies) Philip Fox, Ron Watts, Michael Joy, Marilyn Baker, Richard Godden, Joshua Smith, Peter Salamon, Luciano Tanzi.

Ward 6 (2 vacancies) Duncan MacMillan, Smantha Blake, Nik Skrob.

Important Dates: • Monday - Friday, October 20 - 24: Ballot packs sent to enrolled voters; • (5pm) Friday, November 7: Close of voting (completed ballot papers must be lodged and received by an electoral official).

Two Wells hosts first final, but break-in sours success TWO Wells pulled off hosting the club’s first ever grand final with no hiccups on Saturday, October 20, with plenty of volunteers on hand to cater for the crowd of about 3,100 local sports fans.

Football club president, Francis Pellizzari, said planning for the event started at the club’s first committee meeting of the year, establishing a grand final sub-committee to get preparations under way.

“We were very happy with the day and from all reports, we’ve received no negative feedback, which is pleasing,” he said.

“We had a roster system set up for our volunteers and no one let us down, people gave us more time than they were rostered on for, which was also fantastic.

“There were some concerns about our car parking but a lot of people don’t know we’ve got hectares of space behind the pine trees, so I think we could have parked 1,000 cars back there if we needed to.”

The club handled the food and

drink provisions with relative ease, despite early concerns.

“I think the hardest element was the catering part,” Mr Pellizzari said.

“By the end of the night, we were selling off hot food at discounted prices, which I think is a good thing, it’s always better to have a bit too much than not enough.

“We went through about 600 rolls for salad rolls and hot dogs, about 15 dozen pies and pasties and then there were the chicken burgers as well.”

One dampener on the weekend was a break and enter at the club on the following Monday morning.

At about 5.30am, unknown offenders jemmied the front glass door to the sports club rooms, forced entry to three offices and removed a small safe containing cash.

Mr Pellizzari said it was disappointing but wouldn’t let the theft take the limelight off a successful event.

It ends a long year for the club, which also carried out extensive renovations and hosted the Plains Producer Medal count this season.

Peacocks gone wild It isn’t the plains of Africa or India, but a bunch of wild peacocks have been seen pluming their feathers and roaming in the Lewiston area.

Believed to be escapees from a pet home nearby, they have since bred, and now appear quite comfortable wandering among homes along the Gilks and Laurie roads.

Local Gordon Head, of Gilks Road, said the peacocks first appeared in the area about 12 months ago and are constantly spotted by locals.

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Wild Peacocks have settled into Lewiston area. the Gilks and Laurie beside our shed,” Mr roads area and are seem- Head said. ingly welcomed by most As for sleeping arresidents, and we suspect rangements, it seems as they are also fed by the though there will be plenty majority,” Mr Head said. of peacocks in the near “We suspect they es- future, as a female will caped from next door a normally lay between while ago, and have since three and five eggs, usually bred. There are now two in forest trees. full size males, one smaller Male peacocks often male and two females.” gather harems of several Mr Head suspects there females, in groups called will be a few more chicks parties.And after the latest joining the gypsy clan as party in Lewiston, there the females will soon be will be soon be the pitter laying. patter of little feet joining “They sleep in a tree this travelling family.

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CFS: prepare now Following the release of the Southern Australian Bushfire Outlook 2013 to 2014, the Two Wells and district area will be very much a normal fire potential for the upcoming summer.

CFS Captain, Adam Harris, attended a meeting last month that analysed the potential threats in our

Sarah McArdle reports:

area for the coming summer.

“The predictions are for an average fire season depending on rainfall,” he said. “If we get some rain in the next two months it will stay the same, however, if it is dry the

potential fire hazard will change.”

Majority of the state will stay under the same threat, although above normal potential is predicted in the North West Pastoral and Flinders district due to abundant and continuous grass fuels during the above average rainfall since May 2013.

Mr Harris said now is the per-

fect time to clean up around your homes by trimming back grass and identifying potential hazards around your property.

“Removing dead branches and undergrowth, fallen leaves and long grass, and having clear access for fire trucks, as it slows response if the need arises.”

As a result of previous season’s growth remaining and the rainfall received in the cooler months, normal fire conditions can still cause fast running fires.

Two Wells CFS is always looking for volunteers. If you think you may be able to help out contact Adam Harris on 0413 237 036.

New Lions group at Angle Vale officially ordained The Angle Vale Lions was officially chartered into a club at the Hilton Hotel in Adelaide on August 31.

International President of Lions, Joe Preston, chartered the club and transferred all 20 members into a fully-fledged Lions Club of Angle Vale.

The club was established in 2013 by now-president, Dorothy Lewtas, who now looks forward to getting her club immersed into the local community.

“We hope to get involved in local projects and help the community wherever we can,” Mrs Lewtas said.

“Our current goals are hoping to finding a site to sell our Lions Christmas Cakes, and we will also be selling Lions cakes, fudge and mints.”

The Lions Club barbeque will be their main avenue to raise money, which can be hired out for school functions, birthdays or other events.

“Our main objective is to raise money by barbeques, we have our

Sarah McArdle reports: own barbeque trailer which can be contracted out.”

Dorothy said they are currently focused on the cleaning up the Angle Vale Bridge area and possibly around the cemetery.

Dorothy was inducted into the Lions Club of Elizabeth, where she was also President back in 2000, before moving to the Angle Vale area.

“I moved to the area and found that there weren’t any Lion Clubs here and the requirements were just that you were an upstanding person and I was interested in the community,” she said.

“It took us just 16 months to get the required 20 members to charter a new club, after we established the Angle Vale Lions initially in 2013.

“We now have a charter dinner to be held on November 22 at the Munno Para Bowling Club.”

Dorothy said the club is always looking for more members to join

ABOVE: Angle Vale was officially chartered as a Lions Club in late August. Pictured are several club members involved in the newly formed group at the Hilton Hotel following the ceremony. A charter dinner will be held next month. the newly formed club.

Current members are from areas including Angle Vale, Andrews Farm, Salisbury North, Munno Para and Virginia.

“We are always looking for new members as we want our club to grow so we can help the community with more projects.”

Dorothy asks readers who would like to ‘Help Their Community’ to please get in touch with the club either via email anglevalelionsclub@gmail.com or by phoning 0416 452 925.

Meetings are held at the Angle Vale Gardens Community Centre, Fradd Rd Angle Vale.

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Send or amend your FREE community announcements at news@twowellsecho.com.au ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS ALCOHOLICS Anonymous, Meets every Thursday evening in Two Wells, Commencing at 8pm in the Hall at St. Pauls Anglican Church Old Port Wakefield Road, Anyone who thinks they may have a problem with alcohol is welcome to attend.

BASKETBALL TWO Rivers Basketball Association, Angle Vale Primary School, PO Box 455 Two Wells SA 5501. Basketball Coaching Clinic from 5pm, Games commence from 5:30pm, 12 & Under, 15 & under, learn basketball in a friendly family atmosphere.

Contact Paul on 0414 248 732.

BOWLING CLUB WHETHER you are new to lawn bowls or are a seasoned player why not consider joining the Two Wells Club? We field Pennant teams on Thursday for women (match times fit in with school drop off and pickup) Wednesday is Men’s day and Saturday is Open Gender.

Social bowls start in October, this is all about having fun whilst enjoying good company and getting out in the open air. Why not get a group of friends to come along with you?

If you haven’t played lawn bowls before there will be someone available to show you how to play.

We will provide the bowls, and for $5 a night you can learn a new skill.

Contact Irene Giannikos Phone: 0417 810 029 The Clubrooms at Old Pt Wakefield Road are available for hire and have bar facilities.

CALISTHENICS TWO Wells Calisthenics. Looking for something new and lots of fun? Come along and give it a go!

Classes held at Two Wells Primary School, Tuesday Night practice, Sub Juniors(7-9 years) 5pm to 6.30pm. Juniors(10-12 years) 6pm to 7.45. Inters(13 and older) 6.45pm to 8.30pm. Phone Jodie Simons on 8524 3990 or 0423 928 311, first lesson complementary.

CFS TWO Wells CFS, station located at Wells road Two Wells. Training Monday nights, Cadets (11-15 years) 6pm to 7:30pm, Seniors 7:30pm. New volunteers welcome.

For more info ph 8520 2500.

CHILDREN’S CENTRE

TWO Wells Community Children’s Centre, 27a Gawler Road, Two Wells. Community-based, fully accredited. Childcare for children aged 6 weeks to 12 years, Monday to Friday 7am-6pm. Full time/ part time/casual care, before and after Kindy care, vacation care for school-aged children.

Dept of Education Preschool and Pre-Entry. Qualified, caring staff. Educational, developmental programmes, and Special Needs services available. Nutritious, fresh meals. Children are too precious for profit! Visit www.twowellskgn. sa.edu.au or phone 8520 2358.

CHILD & YOUTH HEALTH CHILD and Youth Health, Child and Youth Health services are held on the 2nd and 4th Friday of each month at The Two Wells Children’s Centre, 27a Gawler Rd, Two Wells 9:15am to 10:30am and 1pm to 4pm by appointment only, 10:30am to 12 noon drop in. Call 1300 733 606 for appointments.

CHURCH TIMES

ANGLICAN Church Services St Peter’s Mallala 1st Sunday of the Month 10am October 5 10am November 2 10am December 7 St Paul’s Two Wells 10am October 12, 19 & 26 10am November 9, 23 & 30 Nov 15 - Service Time TBA Contact: Di Meaney 8520 2308

TWO Wells / Virginia Catholic Church invites residents to attend its weekly services. Held at St Josephs, Two Wells 8.30am or Our Lady of the Assumption, Virginia 10am. All are welcome. Parish Priest: Fr Pham Anh Hao (08) 8380 9029.

TWO Wells Uniting Church, Gawler Road. Services are held every Sunday from 10.30am, including Sunday School for the children.

All welcome

TWO Wells Lutheran Church, services contact Salisbury office 8281 2976 for further info.

UNITING Chapel Virginia, Phineas St, Virginia. Service time: Sundays 10:30am. Simple, welcoming, inspiring. 8522 5269 www. unitingchapel.org.au

COMMUNITY BUS

COMMUNITY Bus, return trip to Elizabeth City Shopping Centre, Only $5 return (kids free), Next bus: October 17, 2014. Bus departs Mallala Post Office 9am, Port Parham Sports and Social Club 9:15am, Two Wells Bakery 9:40am, Dublin, Lower Light & Lewiston by arrangement. Return departs Elizabeth 3pm. All bookings contact Jasmin Daniele 8520 2233.

COMMUNITY LIBRARY

COMMUNITY Public Library,

Located in the Institute. Hours: Mondays-Closed, Tues & Thurs 9:30am to 5pm, Wed – 1pm to 7pm, Fri – 9:30am to 3pm, Sat – 9am to 11am, Ph 8520 2100.

COMMUNITY CENTRE TWO Wells Community Centre, Available for hire for weddings, special occasions, seminars, conventions. Seats up to 200, large kitchen & bar, Contact: Yolanda on 8524 3131 or 0408 835 331 for more information.

CRAFT SHOP

THE Two Wells Craft Shop located

in the old Court House is a treasure trove of handcrafted items, gift ware, local produce of olive oil, honey, jams and relish, bric-a-brac bargains, and hardy, healthy plants ideal for this area. OPEN Tues. to Fri 9.30am - 4pm. Sat 9.30am 1pm CLOSED Sun and Mon. Find us on facebook. Facebook.com/ twowellscraftshop

EQUESTRIAN & PONY CLUB

THE Adelaide Plains Equestrian

club holds riding and horse-related events on the 4th Sunday of each month. Riders of all ages and abilities welcome. Visit the club’s website at www.freeteams.com/ APEC and check out what’s coming up or for more information contact Sam on 0408 455 677.

TWO Wells Equestrian and Pony

Club hold rallies on the first and third Sundays of the month at 9.30am on our grounds, Aunger Road, Lewiston. Further details on www.twepc.com.au.

FLAG

FAMILIES Learning and Growing,

This is a FREE service for anyone with children aged birth to 4 years. Come and join us in some fun, games and activities. 9.1511.30am every Friday in begining of school term 2, Uniting Church Hall, Gawler Road. For more information please contact Tanya Wilson 0438 202 840, Narelle Copley 0439 837 099, Colleen Sheedy-Palethorpe 0417 899 968.

GOLF CLUB

TWO Wells Golf Club, McPharlin

Road Lewiston (extn of Bethesda Rd). 18 holes Scrapes course open April to October. Competitions; Tuesdays Ladies day, tee-off 9-9.30am. Thursdays, Mixed comp. followed by bbq lunch, 9 am tee-off. Saturdays Mixed Comp. tee-off from 11 am. Membership available Phone Club 85202607 or Secretary Ian Telfer 0413 870270

HEALTHY EATING CLUB

TWO Wells Healthy Eating Club,

Fridays 9:30-10:30am, Catholic Church Hall (opp Cemetery) Cost $1 per week. Come in and have a chat about healthy foods and how to select the best products when doing your grocery shopping. We weigh each person each week and keep records so you can keep track of your weight. Make this your year for a healthier you! See you there, Chris Hart (President) 8520 2037.

LANDCARE

LANDCARE Two Wells, Lewiston & Districts Land Care Group, Monthly Activities. Land Care is bigger than your back yard. Pat: 0419 860 981, Sharon: 0412 345 852.

LIONS CLUB

THE Lions club of Angle Vale holds

their meetings on the 2nd & 4th Wed at the Angle Vale Gardens Retirement Estate Community Centre, Fradd Road, Angle Vale, 6.30pm start. New members always welcome for more info please call 0416 452 925.

MALLALA WEIGHT WATCHES

MALLALA Weight Watchers Group has moved to a new venue. Weighins, followed by a group meeting, will now be held at the Mallala Uniting Church every Monday night from 6.30pm. New members welcome.

KENNEL & OBEDIENCE CLUB

ADELAIDE Plains Kennel & Obedience Club, Training Wednesday evenings, Beginners, Grades 1 & 2 - 7pm, Grades 3, 4 & 5 - 7:40pm, Conformation 7:40pm.

All breeds & people welcome. If you have a problem come & see us. Contact Josie on 8524 3499 for more info.

NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH

NEIGHBOURHOOD Watch

meeting held every second Tuesday in the month (except January) at 7.30pm in the Two Wells Community RSL, Main Street of Two Wells. For more information contact Dave Body on 8524 2036 or Maria Aunger 8520 2328.

PLAY GROUP

TWO Wells Play Group, every

Monday morning except Public Holidays, 9:15am to 11am At Two Wells Children’s Centre. For more information contact the Two Wells Children’s Centre on: 8520 2358.

PROBUS CLUB

THE Combined Probus Club of

Two Wells Inc. Meetings are held in the Two Wells Bowling Club on the 4th Monday of the month from 10am. Come along and hear our guest speakers and enjoy some companionship. Contact: Judith Lamont 8380 9140.

RED CROSS

TWO Wells Red Cross meets on the first Tuesday of every month at the Catholic Church Hall, Two Wells at 1.30pm. All are welcome. Contact Jasmin Daniele on 8520 2233 for further information.

RSL

TWO Wells RSL sub-branch,

Old Port Wakefield Road, Two Wells, phone 8520 2826. Open Wednesdays 9am to noon and Fridays 11am til late. All welcome.

Contact president Tony Flaherty on 0412 773 111 or secretary John Allen on 0411 894 245 for further information.

TIME OUT GROUP

TIME Out Group at Two Wells. Meet Wednesday fortnightly, from 10am to 12 noon. In the Hart Memorial Hall, Two Wells. October 8 & 22.

November 5 & 29 Contact Di Meaney 8520 2308.

TWO WELLS BLUE LIGHT

TWO Wells Blue Light held 4 times

a year at the Two Wells Community Centre, 7pm to 9.30pm for ages 8 to 17 years. For more information contact Maria Aunger on 8520 2328 or Anne Porter on 8524 3382.

TWO WELLS CRICKET CLUB

TWO Wells Cricket Club (TWCC).

Interested in playing Cricket this Season. Senior Men’s Cricket Competitions available in two formats. 2 Day games and 1 Day (40 Over’s) played Saturday’s.

Women’s Cricket Competitions played Monday Nights. Currently seeking junior interest. New players welcome, training from 5.30pm Thursday nights. Contact Michael Dimasi 0409 977 191

TWO WELLS SCOUTS

TWO Wells Scout Group. Sessions

for Scouts held Mondays 6.308.30pm; Cubs - Tuesdays 6.30-8pm & Joeys - Thursdays 6-7pm. Contact group leader Vera Vanree on 0417 807 093 for more information or PO Box 427 Two Wells SA 5501.

UCA OP SHOP

TWO Wells Uniting Church treasure

trove op shop, opening times, Monday to Friday 9am to 4pm and Saturday 9am to 12noon. Open all school holidays, come in and browse, Uniting Church Hall Drew Street, Two Wells, contact Pam Duncan 8520 2764 any time for information.

UNITING CHURCH

UNITING Church Adult Fellowship.

Meetings held monthly in the Uniting Church Hall with the aim to provide supported friendship and opportunities and to support the ongoing mission of the church.

For information contact Mollie Frost 8520 2073 or Alan Howell 8520 3063.

YOGA

YOGA, Classes are at the Two

Wells Catholic Church Hall are held on Mondays 7pm to 8:15pm.

Enquiries to Diane 8520 2308 or 0427 616 301.

Do you or someone you know have a problem with drugs or alcohol?

Help IS available

TREATMENT CAN HELP. Find out more at ancd.org.au AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL COUNCIL ON DRUGS

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Keep eyes peeled for illegal rubbish dumpers Residents are asked to be vigilant after illegal dumping of asbestos materials was found recently on a roadside near the Lewiston area.

A local resident noticed the dumped materials, wrapped in “Caution - dangerous goods” tape, and reported it to the Light Council.

Mick Meaney, of Light Council, said unfortunately dumping was becoming more common.

“We are seeing an increase in this type of dumping activity, which becomes a costly exercise for us to safely collect and dispose of asbestos.”

All residents are asked to take note of any suspicious activity of vehicles on side roads, especially loaded light trucks, utes and trailers.

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Mental Health Matters We often talk about our physical health and wellbeing without paying attention to our mental health.

Library hosts romance writer

At times, the symptoms of mental illness can be subtle and hard to detect. However, friends and relatives might be able to detect if something is not right.

Natalie Centenera reports: Love came to town when South Australian ‘rural romance’ writer Tricia Stringer appeared at the Two Wells Bowling club Wednesday 10th September.

Tricia was able to provide a wonderful insight into her writing process and the publishing industry in Australia.

The bowling club hosted the author for an afternoon tea and the audience was treated to a humorous account of how she came to being a published author after the age of the 40.

With writing a book and jumping from a plane at the top of her ‘to do before 40’list, she worked hard to achieve both great feats, and shared her experiences with the gathering.

District Council of Mallala Library Services Coordinator, Anne Sawtell, organized the event and was rewarded with a delightful turnout.

Tricia revealed that she loved to interact and

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Romance writer, Tricia Stringer (third from left) visited Two Wells last month. She is pictured here with Two Wells Public Library’s Anne Sawtell, DCM mayor Duncan Kennington and DCM councillor Jan Heley. receive feedback from her readers, who in-turn were able listen to her speak, and chat and mingle with her afterwards.

Her natural rapport with the audience was perhaps the result of her growing up on a farm in

Butler Tanks South Australia, near Tumby Bay. Her stories have a strong sense of place at their heart, and being a country girl, she is able to capture the location of her story and make it real to the reader.

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She described her own life story as ‘smooth sailing’.

After boarding school she met and married her country boy sweetheart, Darryl, and they raised three children.

She recently retired from teaching at the start of 2014 and now concentrates on writing full time.

She admitted that she has had a happy life, there was “no drama or conflict”, and this, her own experience, “provides the bones” for her books.

However, much of her inspiration comes from what she observes around her “I am an observer, a gatherer, I see and hear things and store them away”.

“I love to listen to other peoples stories” she explained, “writers always have their ears pricked”.

Reading excerpts from her award winning novel ‘Queen of the Road’ which won the Romance Writers of Australia Ruby Award in 2013, and also her new book ‘Riverboat Point’

which is due for release in December, one can sense that she is indeed an observer of people and their individual experiences.

Research is vital to her writing, which she thoroughly enjoys, as well as writing about strong female characters.

“Writing is terrifying, exciting, solitary and hard work,” she concluded.

And that hard work now sees her boast several published books, both for children and adults.

After her talk, a few quick questions from the audience were answered and a lucky door prize, a pre-copy of her yet to be released book “Riverboat Point”, was awarded.

Mayor, Duncan Kennington, presented Tricia with a gift box of local produce and Tricia then chatted and mingled with the locals.

A new character, storyline or, perchance, new location may have been sourced from her visit to Two Wells, we’ll just have to wait and see.

4,200+km postie bike run from Strathalbyn to Darwin to bring awareness for suicide prevention.

It was inspiring to see such a motivated group of people and highlights the importance of being aware of our mental health.

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BTR upgrades fleet

GROWING: BTR Excavations staff, pictured in front of the nine new vehicles added to the company’s growing fleet. PICTURES: Lisa Redpath

Local success story moves into overdrive Les Person reports: THE local success story of Angle Vale-based business, BTR Excavations, continues to grow, the company adding nine brand new trucks to its extensive fleet from North East Isuzu recently.

It is a far cry from the excavator and backhoe father and son, Barry and Rick Flitter, started with back in 1991.

Including Barry and Rick, BTR Excavations now employs 31 staff.

They have been customers of North East Isuzu for the entire time, Barry pleased with the ongoing service and relationship from a company with similar familybased origins.

North East Isuzu dealer principal, Tony Emanuele, has been with the company for 20 years, taking over mantle from his father, Charlie (deceased), and working in partnership with uncle and company owner, Peter Emanuele.

Tony’s brother, Joe, is dealer principal of the IVECO arm of the company, also based on the same site on Waterloo Corner.

North East Isuzu also has an engineering service, giving them the capability of designing and building trucks and trailers on-site.

The nine new vehicles include six tippers, a service vehicle, crane truck and Flo Con bitumen spreader.

Barry said the relationship between the two companies went beyond simply face value.

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SERVICE: North East Isuzu staff run through the new features in the cab of one of the tippers.

“They’ve got the best priced trucks and the best service,” he said.

“By service, that includes all the after purchase support you get.

“If we broke down in the desert, they’d probably get there to help quicker than anyone else.”

Almost to test the theory, Barry did take on of the Isuzu vehicles through the Simpson Desert a few years ago, but fortunately, he did not break down.

The recent additions to the fleet mark a significant point in BTR Excavation’s history as it continues to go from strength to strength.

The company has been providing ongoing contractual services exclusively to the South Australian Water Corporation since privatisation in 1996, developing a long-term business partnership over that time.

“We have constructed many

thousands of new water and sewerage connections, water and sewer main extensions and alteration work to existing SA Water assets as required,” Mr Flitter said.

“We have undertaken specialist projects and maintenance work for SA Water in many varied locations, often outside of the standard scope of construction work and times.”

Amongst those projects include major works, including the Portrush Road upgrade project, Port

Wakefield Road and Northern Expressway upgrades on behalf of SA Water for the Department of Transport.

“We were also awarded Elizabeth City Centre mains upgrading project as part of a multi-million dollar upgrading and expansion of the Elizabeth Shopping Centre, involving a major upgrade and expansion of the existing SA Water assets on-site, while still keeping the existing assets on-line during the entire project, as the shopping centre was still in use,” Mr Flitter said.

“Our prime directive on the work that we have undertaken from BTR’s inception to the present day is to provide excellent customer service to our prime customer, the SA Water Corporation.

“It is for this reason we have specifically engineered our company to servicing SA Water’s needs.

“We pride ourselves on community spirit and support our local businesses.

“We’re also gold sponsors of children’s charity, Variety, participating in its 4WD Challenge for the past two years, we sponsor several local sporting clubs, including Virginia and Two Wells Football Clubs, and are a corporate sponsor for World Vision.”

The 29 staff employed at BTR Excavations also play a major part in the success of the business.

“Without the determination and dedication of all involved, this company would not be where it is today,” Mr Flitter said.

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TONY ABBOTT’S DOUBLE HIT ON THE SICK IN WAKEFIELD

Virginia Primary School science teacher Cathy Lock with students Gabriella Leombruno, Thao Lam, Luke Ronaldo and Jacob Dunne.

Young Einsteins at Virginia Virginia Primary School has been fortunate enough to recently become a part of the national Scientists in Schools Program, educating children with exposure to science in society.The program gives science teachers and students’new ideas and fresh perspectives in the science-teaching field.

Adelaide University Scientist Graeme Cook was paired to the school through the program established in 2007.

Mr Cook has visited the school twice and given talks to two classes learning about animal rights.Students are currently preparing speeches on the subject. Graeme spoke to the students about animal rights versus animal welfare, which

has given them a balanced view of issues involved.Science teacher Cathy Lock said they are still learning about the program but everyone involved are enjoying it so far.

“Graeme has been in to talk to two of the classes about animal welfare, as they are preparing debates on this subject as part of the science program.”

Mrs Lock said they are looking forward to seeing what the future can bring for the school.“We are very excited to be part of the program, we have been waiting a number of years for a partnership, and hope to build a long lasting relationship that will benefit our students.”

Topics such as Earth and Space, Living Things, Energy

and Force, Chemistry Matter, Mathematics, Engineering and Technology and Working Scientifically with scientific methodology, experiment design and fieldwork are covered and based on the national education framework.

The program was established with the intentions of giving students exposure to a science role model for career inspiration in society, learning more about the roles of science in society whilst exploring science being studied in their community and discovering the ‘real’ science behind their own curriculum. Not only do students benefit, but teachers do as well by having the opportunity about the latest science research

in their area of interest, and to create links with scientists and science organisations for teaching and learning inspiration.Future involvements could see class excursions to science workplaces, as well as collaborating with Mr Cook for professional development.

The Scientists in Schools organising team provides all the support to all teachers, who are partnered with a scientist with teaching and learning materials.

Mr Cook has worked at the zoo conducting research with animals, including bears and primates and is currently research manager for Pork CRC at the University of Adelaide’s Roseworthy campus.

Bob Day: Scrap minimum wage REMOVING minimum wage entitlements would not boost employment, according to Federal Member for Wakefield, Nick Champion.

Mr Champion’s comments come after South Australian Senator, Bob Day, delivered his first speech earlier this month, in which he claimed allowing employers to pay people under minimum wage would improve job prospects.

Mr Day said modern apprenticeships were both too expensive and restrictive, put-

ting employers off taking on budding tradies.

“We have made employing apprentices such a nightmare that few tradespeople are willing to take them on, yet there are thousands of unemployed young people who would love to learn a trade and get a start in the workforce,” he said.

“I know hundreds of tradesmen—carpenters, bricklayers, tilers —who left school at 15 and have gone on to lead very happy and successful lives.”

Mr Champion cited the

United States of America as living proof of what happens when the minimum wage is reduced.

“If you look at that situation, there is little link between lowering wages and employment,” he said.

“Minimum wage there is about $6 an hour but their unemployment rate is higher than ours.

Mr Day felt the minimum wage (about $640 a week) was set too high. “We do not permit anyone to work for any amount between nought and $640.

“We praise people who work for no money—working up to 40 hours a week in op shops and nursing homes and for the RSPCA—but we do not allow them to work for more than zero until you reach $640.

“There are literally thousands of jobs in rural and regional Australia where young people, in particular, who are living at home rent-free, with no commuting costs and a low cost of living, would be able to get local jobs which suit them,” he said.

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Families in Wakefield will be among the hardest hit by Tony Abbott’s double hit on the sick. The combination of Tony Abbott’s new GP tax and his medicines price hike mean sick Australians will pay more.

Health Department figures obtained

by Labor have revealed the GP Tax and medicine price hikes will cost sick Australians in Wakefield $39,920,825 more over the next four years.

Tony Abbott promised the Australian people ‘no cuts to health’ before the election. He also promised families in Wakefield that he was ‘about getting rid of taxes, not imposing new taxes’.

Tony Abbott broke that promise when he cut more than $50 billion from hospitals and hit sick Australians with a $7 GP Tax. Tony Abbott also wants to force sick Australians to pay an extra $1.2 billion for medicines over the next four years. For patients in Wakefield, it will mean paying 15 per cent more for prescription medicines.

The combination of the new GP tax and the medicines price hike will cost every single person in Wakefield an average of $262 annually. A cruel and heartless hit on those in Wakefield that can least afford it; the sick and the vulnerable.

The Abbott Government‘s GP Tax will also put more pressure on Australia’s hospital system and lead to much worse health outcomes. The GP Tax and hospital cuts will increase emergency department waiting times and reduce the number of hospital beds across Wakefield.

The attack on Medicare is yet another example of the Prime Minister’s twisted budget priorities.

Families in Wakefield who are already struggling to make ends meet cannot afford to pay to take their sick child or elderly parent to the doctor, or pay higher prices for essential medicines.

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Unique experiences shared at Book Club n By Natalie Centenera It’s not just a love of reading that draws the Two Wells Book Club members to gather once a month, it’s a sharing of stories and emotional reactions to those stories that is inviting to each individual.

Countless people, of all ages, all over the world, are jumping on the bandwagon and joining a book club.

And it seems that our local book club has also gained momentum, growing to a record 10 members since its commencement almost 18 months ago.

The original four members of Bronwyn Sharpe, Christobel Crabb, Jenny Dowling and Anne Sawtell, are still in attendance and are delighted to see fresh faces bringing along new conversation and perspective.

A book that was handed out the previous month is informally discussed by taking turns, however, friendly interjection and contrary opinions can be gently conversed.

Book Club facilitator, Anne Sawtell, is delighted to see the success

of the Book Club in Two Wells and as Library Services Coordinator of the District Council of Mallala, is confident that it is a service that will continue to be offered at the library for years to come.

Newest member of the book club, 31-yearold Laura Andrews, recently moved to Mallala, and as a mother of two young children was hoping to “actually make time to get back into reading, as well as meet new people”.

The books chosen for the group to read encourages the members to pick up a story or genre that they might not usually expose themselves to.

Most books chosen have had a very positive reaction and have come to be a much-loved favourite of the group.

Last month’s novel, The Art of Hearing Heartbeats by Jan-Philip Sendker, was another well received read, with many members confessing that they were unable to put it down.

The Two Wells Book Club meets at the Two Wells Library on the first Wednesday of every month at 5.30pm.

Members of the Two Wells Book Club, seated front from left, include Anne Sawtwell, Christobel Crabb, Fran Taplin, (back) Jenny Dowling, Sharon Luke, Michael Harris, Bronwyn Sharpe, and Laura Andrews.

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Night of laughs ensues at local comedy night Two Wells Melodrama Group will hold its third comedy night on Saturday, November 15, starting at 8pm at Two Wells Community Centre.

Melodrama Group members are currently rehearsing two one-Act comedies, Burnt Offering and Housekeeper Wanted, to provide the evening’s entertainment, with an interval between each play.

Burnt Offering, directed by Anne Arbon, is about man who wins a lottery after many unsuccessful years of buying tickets. Unfortunately, he passes away before the lottery is drawn and it is his wife who will benefit from his win. Or will she?

In Housekeeper Wanted (directed by Kay Boon) the main character is looking for someone to cook and clean his house after his wife has left him, but gets more than he expects and ends up with less than he hoped.

Admission is $15 per person, with bar facilities available at the Centre. Bring a basket supper to share during the interval.

To book, phone ticket secretary Kay Boon on 8520 2778 (leave a message) or email dramatwo@ adam.com.au The Comedy Night is an “out of season” event for the Melodrama Group, providing members with an opportunity to perform in more traditional plays and extend their stage and directing experience.

Meanwhile, the script for next year’s melodrama is in the last stages of being finalised for the Group’s annual show on the last three weekends of May.

Partnership fund available for groups

District Council of Mallala held a Citizenship Ceremony on Thursday, September 18, with Mr Giau Van Huyhn of Two Wells making the affirmation to become a new Australian Citizen.

Members of Mallala CWA and Probus groups also attended and welcomed Giau and his family to the ceremony and the district.

The occasion was made even more special for Giau as his mother flew from Sydney just for the ceremony.

Pictured is new Citizen Giau Van Huyhn and his family, with Mayor Duncan Kennington.

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Community, sporting and other not-for-profit organisations are invited to apply to the 2014/15 funding round of the District Council of Mallala’s (DCM) Community Partnership Fund, which opens on Tuesday, October 7.

DCM recognises the valuable and unique contributions made by volunteers, community and sporting organisations, which all contribute to a successful and vibrant community.

Since 2001, Community Partnerships Fund has provided more than $500,000 to local grassroots organisations to assist projects which increase community participation, assist in building stronger communities, develop or enhance assets, stimulate economic growth, or provide a service/program to residents of the district.

Applications forms and funding guidelines are available from the Mallala main office, Two Wells Service Centre and library, or can be downloaded from www.mallala.sa.gov.au or phone 8527 0200.

Applications close 5pm Monday, November 17.

Letter to the editor

Last edition run for Virginia Newsletter Dear Virginia residents and friends, This letter comes to advise you that unfortunately, due to unforseen circumstances, we are unable to continue to produce the Virginia Harvest Newsletter for the Virginia community.

The August edition was the last one produced by the Uniting Chapel Virginia (a ministry of Gawler Uniting Church).

We are hoping that another community group can take on the producing of the Virginia Harvest Newsletter as we would like this community newsletter to be able to continue to provide information and business advertising to the community.

We apologise for this very sudden decision. It is unfortunate but is out of our control.

We hope your support continues to thrive in the town of Virginia.

Regards, Selina Scholz Two Wells Echo, October, 2014

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Adelaide Plains Football League Reserves Premiers – Two Wells.

2014 APFL Reserves Premiers: Two Wells 12.8 (80) d Virginia 10.9 (69)

Roosters reign after intense battle TWO Wells held off a rejuvenated Virginia side to win a superb contest in the reserves grand final on Saturday.

Running out onto their home deck, the Roosters looked extremely confident, buoyed by the 30-goal flogging of their opponents just two weeks prior.

But this was to be a far cry from the walkover in the second semi final, the Rams beginning well to take a five-point margin into the first change.

It was a tense battle throughout the afternoon but the first half was the real highlight, both sides flying in at will, putting their bodies on the line.

The class of Peter Mylonopoulos was creating headaches for Two Wells, but the Roosters were countering Virginia’s quality through the efforts of Peter Seccafien and Matthew

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Les Pearson reports: Sincock, who has stood out all year.

Michael Abdilla was emerging as a genuine danger around the ground but his impact on the scoreboard was to be telling in the wash-up for the Roosters.

Two Wells took a small lead into the last quarter, the three-point margin reminiscent of the closeness of the contest to that point.

It was a frantic final term, as players tired and the warm weather took its toll.

The defensive work of Devon Oliver, who set up a number of forward forays for the Rams, was vital, but as soon as the ball made its way into Virginia’s forward line, Two Wells worked hard to turn it back in their favour.

Jason Becker goaled to make the lead 11 points but Justin Stoyanoff booted his third to keep Virginia in the hunt.

Like he has all season, Scott Wise emerged as the difference for the Roosters, kicking what proved to be the match-winner in the end.

Credit to both sides, it was a highquality display.

Abdilla’s three goals proved critical for his side, while Brandon Daly’s consistent effort throughout the day earned him the award for best on ground, although Peter Seccafien couldn’t have been far out of those considerations either.

For Virginia, Peter and Con Mylonopoulos were vital but not quite enough, and Stoyanoff’s performance up forward kept his team in it.

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Grand Final at Two Wells

A4 PREMIERS – Two Wells, back from left: Wendy Salter, coach Rachael Squires, Hayley Squires, Alicia Stirling, Maddie Sayner, Zoe Grant, Lisa Cocks. Front: Rachel Lange, Megan Renshaw and Jasmin Schmidt.

ABOVE: Taking a break on the jumping castle are Jed Buckley, Chelsea Nelson and Sam Buckley.

LEFT: Laura Oakley and Lily Playfair sell the ice creams.

BELOW: In the drinks van Diane Stanley.

LEFT: Gate attendants James Weir, Gary Farr and David Barnett.

A5 PREMIERS – Two Wells, back from left: coach Wendy Salter, Chloe Brohan, Alison Eland, Brooke Mullins, Rachael Squires, Amy Moss. Front: Jess Stringer, Rachel Williams, Sharna Rendell and Sarah Dinham.

APNA Grand Final Day Best on Court ABOVE: Jonathon Pellizzari sells lollies.

LEFT: Lauren Bywaters and Madalyn Wandel.

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Above: Two Wells A3 wing attack, Leah Clifton. n Adelaide Plains Netball reports, page 19.

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A5 Best on Court, Amy Moss, Two Wells Home.

Watching the A2 netball are L-R: Yolanda Cannizzaro, Leah, Jaime and Nicole Stringer, Amy and Gaynor Spoodler.

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Trip of a lifetime for our Scout, Jaike Two Wells teenager, Jaike Green, had the trip of his young life when he visited Fiji in August as part of a 50-strong South Australian Scouts contingent to take part in the Fijian Centennial Jamboree.

In what was the 14-year-olds first overseas trip, Jaike was the only representative from the local Two Wells Scout Group to be invited to attend, and was one of 64 Australian Scouters amongst the 2000 people taking part.

The nine-day trip was held in celebration of Fiji’s 100 years of Scouting, with participants involved in a variety of traditional scouting activities as well as making connections with the local people of the island nation.

The Year 9 Gawler & Districts College student said the trip was the biggest and best thing he’d done in his life so far, and would be something to remember for a long time to come.

“I think the best part of the trip would have to be meeting the local people,” Jaike said.

“You get told that they are very nice but they’re 10 times nicer than you think.”

Hiking, obstacle courses, team building and water activities as well as community service dimensions were part of the Jamboree.

“Experiencing the different culture was also good fun,” he said.

“When we eat at an Austral-

Two Wells teenager, Jaike Green, visited Fiji in August as part of a 50-strong South Australian Scouts contingent to take part in the Fijian Centennial Jamboree. He is pictured here with a souvenir traditional Fijian fighting axe. And Jaike is pictured with some of his Fijian friends.

Inset: The impressive tent city, which housed around 2000, Scouts at the Fijian Centennial Jamboree held in Fiji recently. ian Scout camp we would sit at a table. “Over there they would sit on a tarp on the floor.

“Many of the children also wore no shoes or just had thongs.

“They even played sports like this, and they were good.”

Sleeping in a small tent as part of a massive tent city was a great

experience Jaike said, with the whole trip being a fantastic learning opportunity and something he’d love to do again.

Jaike is now eligible to apply for the International Scout Award, which is presented to any Scout who has camped overseas with other scouting groups.

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Wednesday night will see the return of Pasta and Schnitzel Night from $11.50, with a choice of toppings such as parmigiana, Hawaiian, Mexican, Ozzie or The Lot, plus regular sauces and the popular prawn sauce.

There are some fresh new meals with fabulous new flavours, coming out of Neill’s kitchen which will satisfy your tastebuds. You will be tempted by grilled snapper with tropical salsa, harissa chicken fillet with slightly spiced sauce and stir fried ribbon vegetables, grilled rib eye steak with fresh tomato chutney and deep fried crispy onion rings, just to name a few.

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Kids gather for disco Having a great time at the Blue Light were Daniel Daly, Carla Harris, Jayden Majetic and Ashlee Henneker. PICTURES: Bec O’Brien ABOUT 210 youngsters celebrated the 6th birthday of the Two Wells Blue Light last month.

Enjoying a terrific night on August 29, the hall was filled with fun, laughter, dancing and funky animal hats, with many discoers

lucky to take home impressive prizes including digital cameras, gift vouchers, and headphones, even a TV. The next Two Wells Blue Light disco will be the popular Halloween-themed Gothics, Ghosts and Ghouls night on October 31.

ABOVE: Siobhan Wellings and Megan Coyle on the dance floor.

RIGHT: Taking home one of the great prizes on offer at the Two Wells Blue Light last month was Alex Nicholson (left), pictured here with Jaden Redpath.

Wearing their funky wolf hats were friends Ethan Lepley and Corey Van Groen.

Maddison Gort and Bonny Charles enjoying the disco.

Kelly Baker and Ally Grant strike a pose at the Blue Light Disco.

BINGO! Friday nights come alive at Palms The Palms Residential Park at Virginia is holding Friday night bingo and everyone is invited.

Organiser Dot says it is an entertaining and inexpensive night out and is run by residents of the village, located on Waterloo Corner road.

“We hold it in a 110-person hall located inside the village but everyone is welcome.”

Dot says it is always a fun night with a guarantee of a laugh along the way.

“We would like to get a lot more out, it is a fun night.”

“We make it fun and there’s a lot of laughs.”

The hall has recently received an update with new equipment for easy use.

“We’ve just got new equipment such as a television so everyone can see the screen.”

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Sarah McArdle reports: attend now that the cooler months are behind us.

“It (attendance) drops off a bit in winter, but now that it is warmer we would like to see more out.”

Meals on offer, including very reasonably priced Fish and chips for $5, hamburgers for $6 and spring rolls for $3, are on the menu before the bingo begins.

There is no entry fee for bingo and books are $4. The current jackpot is sitting at $145.

If you would like to join in on the fun, bingo nights are held every first and third Friday of the month with food from 5-6pm and bingo beginning at 7-7.30pm.

Enjoying his first Blue Light disco was eight-year-old Julius Centenera (left), pictured with friend Ryan Dimasi.

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But in the things that matter, we’re even bigger than that.

Community Banking is about the good that money can bring.

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Growing Playgroup moves to Primary School hall Two Wells Playgroup will be moving to a bigger location at the beginning of the next school term.

The playgroup have been running for almost 11 years at the Two Wells Community Children’s Centre (TWCCC), but due to an influx of kindy kids, they will be relocating to the Two Wells Primary School Hall.

Organiser, Carly Heaslip, said the group is disappointed to leave the TWCCC.

“It was a great opportunity for children in the community to become familiar with the centre before starting kindy or childcare,” she said.

“Having said that, the school has been so supportive in accommodating our playgroup and providing a great space so that our community can continue to have a successful group.”

Carly said the group will now be held in the new junior primary play area in the school hall.

“We are able to share toys and resources with the school as well as access other areas such as the children’s garden, playground, library and computer room,” she sayd.

“We will have activities such as messy play with playdoh, painting, gluing, colouring, sand/water play.

Lots of great toys, including trains, blocks, dress ups, kitchen play, musical instruments, baby toys, puzzles and much more.”

Two Wells Primary School principal, Lynda Fitzpatrick-Brown, is looking forward to the playgroup being held in her school and said it will benefit everyone.

“The school also sees this as another opportunity to make links with families in the community, as well as an opportunity to further enhance existing transition from home, to preschool to school; connections to make transition a smoother process

for all,” she said.

Come along to TWPS on each Tuesday of the school term from 9.30am until 11.15am; bring a piece of fruit to share for morning tea.

Ages 0-5 are invited and cost is $2.50 per week per family plus an annual membership to Playgroup SA, and new families are always welcome!

Any questions, contact Carly Heaslip 0418 803 761 or Facebook.com/ TwoWellsPlaygroup

Cairn marks Middle Beach’s old Brooksfield Racing strip

Historical Walk now a blot on the landscape The Two Wells Historical Walk has so many names engraved in stone that contributed to its establishment in 1992, locals are now referring to it as a “forgotten Greek tragedy.”

What was once a booming and attractive part of the Two Wells centre has become a disappointing eyesore for locals and tourists.

District Council of Mallala Councillor Steve Jones says it is very disappointing as it is a focal point of the town centre.

“It is a bit of a shame really, we should be presenting the town in a better light,” he said.

Mr Jones believed this would be an area the council would be looking to improve as it appears a stark contrast to other town centre improvements that are currently in progress.

Audrey Hart of Middle Beach was one of the many that first established the historical walk and is calling for some much-needed TLC. Mrs Hart believes it is dangerous for the public, especially herself who uses a walker.

“It is terrible that it has gone like that, I have heard that it is not looking very nice at all,” she said. “It isn’t something to be proud of at the moment. I think they’ve decided to get the creek in order first and put this aside until later.”

Her husband’s plaque stands before many broken names that she hopes will be fixed one day in the near future.

“I think the council will eventually look into it, but now they are concentrating on other things,” she said.

I heard they were going to hold the monthly fruit and vegetable markets in there from next year, I do hope they can fix it.”

The name plaques were originally $5 to $10 each and the volunteers put their hands up to make them.

Mrs Hart was told that her plaque is currently broken, which she believes is very unfortunate.

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And old dragster on the Brooksfield strip, the cairn marks the strip (inset) and the new ‘Outlaw’ below.

The original Brooksfield drag racing strip that was located on Middle Beach road will be receiving a minor face lift in the next few weeks.

The strip, which was in its prime in the 1960s with local rev heads, will be receiving a stone rock to mark its existence from 1960 to 1965, initiated by self-confessed drag nut, Kym White, from Lewiston.

Mr White goes by Kym “(Slightly Dangerous)” White, which is his race name.

Mr “Slightly Dangerous” White said his fascination with vintage drag cars goes back to the Brooksfield era.

“My brother raced at Brooksfield and so did some of my old mates who went on to become successful drag racers and I thought the site should be marked before history is lost,” he said.

“I’m a bit of a nostalgia drag nut, so I contacted the council for permission to place a marker at the site, they were very interested and waived the approval fee.”

“Council wanted a stone cairn, so what I came up with was this blue stone rock. I contacted Gerry McDonnell, a local stone mason, and he agreed to engrave it in an old bush style for free.”

The passionate drag car lover also owns two drag cars which date back to the Brooksfield era.

“I still race one and the other I just recently restored,” Mr White said.

The history behind Brooksfield began in 1965 when the Highways Department laid down two parallel strips of experimental bitumen alongside the road, giving South Australia its first two-lane drag strip.

“When Adelaide International Raceway Virginia was on the drawing board another Outlaw dragster was built which is the one I now own, and is exactly the same as the early version but a later model with 302 GT Falcon donk and new metal flake paint,” Mr White said.

“Outlaw 2 was found as a wreck and rebuilt in 1990, just in time for the 25th anniversary of drag racing. Sadly, about 24 years later, I found it abandoned under a tree, and have now completely rebuilt it at my home in Lewiston.

“I did the chassis panel paint and assembly, however Outlaw will never race again as the chassis no longer complies with ANDRA rules.”

Mr White also received help from local businesses once the word was out.

“Spray Chief Custom Paints supplied the awesome acrylic flake paint. Boss Differentials rebuilt the seized diff and True Brush artist Moondog Raymond P, did the amazing job on the period correct sign writing and many mates helped as well,” he said.

Kym’s cars will be on display at the Extreme Auto Expo at Wayville Showgrounds November 28th – 29th.

Australia Day awards now open Nominations open today (October 1) for the 2015 Australia Day Awards.

State wide award categories are: Citizen of the Year, Young Citizen of the Year (under 30 as of January 26, 2015) and Community Event of the Year.

To be eligible for Citizen and Young Citizen of the Year, you must be an Australian citizen, have made a significant contribution to the community, and be an inspirational role model for the Australian community.

Community Event of the Year

will be presented to the person/ group who has staged the most outstanding community event during 2014.

Selection criteria includes the quality of the event and contribution of the event to the community.

The scope of impact the contribution or event has on the local government area will also be assessed as part of the selection criteria for all awards.

District Council of Mallala has two extra awards for its area, Community Group of the Year, and Community Project of the

Year. During the selection process for the awards, regard is given to the nominee’s achievements in 2014, as well as their past achievements and ongoing contribution to the community.

Awards will be presented at the Australia Day breakfast in each Council area.

If you would like to nominate someone you deem worthy of this honour, complete a nomination form and attach any supporting documentation, and return by Friday, November 21, 2014 to your local council office.

Nomination forms and

guidelines are available at local council offices, or online at www.citizenoftheyear.com Contact numbers: District Council of Mallala 8527 0200 Wakefield Regional Council 8862 0800 Light Regional Council 8525 3200 Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council 8842 6400

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Sanctuary will protect shorebirds A bird sanctuary second only to the Coorong in size and significance, will be created on Adelaide’s northern coast. The Adelaide International Bird Sanctuary stretches 60 kms along our coastline from Barker Inlet to Port Parham and will help protect the summer feeding grounds for the estimated 25,000 shorebirds that make an annual migration.

Migratory shorebirds travel the East Asian–Australasian Flyway travelling through 22 countries to reach our shores from as far away as Alaska and Siberia each year. These birds spend their summer here foraging on the tidal flats around our coast feeding on small insects, worms, spiders, gnats and snails; they

also eat biofilm, a thin layer of nutritious slime on the sand. These birds average 22-25,000km in a round trip, they fly the distance to the moon and back in their life time. They need to eat as much as they can when they are here so they can build up their fat reserves necessary to complete the return journey to their arctic breeding grounds in the Northern hemisphere.

The photo at right shows one of our resident shorebirds, the Red Capped Plover, who feed and lay their eggs on the beach.

The eggs are crushed when people drive vehicles on the beach, or eaten when dogs are off leash.

Every time we disturb these birds they are not feeding, and when

they are preparing for a long journey they need all the food they can eat. Please be aware that if you visit our coastlines you need to keep your dog on a leash and don’t drive your vehicle on the beach.The Adelaide Bird Sanctuary encompasses Mallala, Munno Para and Salisbury councils. As a community we can all play an important role in protecting this world famous migratory pathway for future generations.This way our young people will have an opportunity to see these migratory travellers in real life, and not depend on documentaries to show what ecological value our coastlines did play within the life of these world travellers.

Shorebird FactS: n Many years ago scientists were able to tag a Bar-tailed Godwit (Limosa lapponica). NASA tracked this bird’s flight of 11,000km, the Godwit travels non-stop from Alaska to New Zealand and flies for nine days without eating, drinking or stopping to sleep n In preparation for the journey Godwits eat so much, they double their body weight. To do that, their intestines and gizzard, not much needed in flight, literally shrink, making space for more fat. n They burn half their body weight as they fly, and sleep, bird-style, by shutting down one side of the brain at a time It is believed the Maori discovered New Zealand after following them on their southward migration • For more information contact our councils and ask how you can be involved in protecting this environmental asset that is on our door step.

Or contact Birdlife project officer, jean.turner@ birdlife.org.au and please help spread the word

$250 for softball club

Two Wells Softball Club has received a generous donation of $250 from Blue Light. The club is grateful for the donation, which the club intends to use wisely.

“The money will be well spent on hopefully increasing junior numbers and new equipment for the club,” said club president, Karin Farrugia. • Pictured: Blue Light representatives Panne Porter, Jennifer Nicol, Two Wells Softball Club president, Karin Farrugia, player Chelsi Zolotors and secretary, Sally Green.

Notice to all members…

MESSAGE TO RESIDENTS: From DCM Mayor and Lewiston ward Councillor

Duncan Kennington

Two Wells…one teriffic community Last month I attended another citizenship ceremony.

Giau Van Huynh took the pledge and joined the citizenry of the best country in the world.

Giau was accompanied by his wife and family, and lives in Two Wells.

The scones that Janine Harding and Lynette Seccafien organised were delish.

I attended an author event at Two Wells Bowling Club on September 10.

As a teacher myself, I was most impressed that Tricia Stringer could combine teaching with the time demands of writing books.

Bev Molloy and Barb Lee-Archer organised the munchies despite the challenge of renovations decimating the kitchen.

Barb was the lucky winner of Tricia’s next novel, which hasn’t been published yet.

On the way to the football grand final in Two Wells last month, I stopped at the market day presented by Two Wells Bowling Club and associates.

Jode and the team

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should be commended for organising a successful and adventurous concept to fit in with the football.

The stalls included Yiah, Verdale Olives, Coffee Run, Oz Fondant, Dim Lit Candles, Joop Face Painting, Edge of Hair, One Luv Fashion, Fancy Pants and Moojoo.

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ALL WELCOME

Please Contact Robyn Ford 0438 202 445 or Ric Bailey 0433 847 693

Nominations are now open for the 2015 Australia Day Awards

Help us to recognise and award the individuals or community groups you believe make the District Council of Mallala a great place to live and work.

The 2015 Australia Day Awards are now open for nominations. Categories are: • Citizen of the Year • Young Citizen of the Year • Community Group of the Year • Community Event of the Year • Community Project of the Year Guidelines and nomination forms are available at the Mallala Council Office, Two Wells Service Centre, Two Wells Library and online www.mallala.sa.gov.au.

To nominate someone you think is worthy of this honour, complete the nomination form, attach any supporting documentation and return by Friday November 21, 2014.

For further information please contact Council on 8527 0200.

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With a lifelong passion for riding, Two Wells’ Melissa Karutz is…

A star in the saddle Bec O’Brien reports:

Melissa Karutz was born into the saddle it would seem.

The 25-year-old Two Wells resident has been riding horses since before she could walk and had her own pony by the age of four.

Her mum, Joanne, was an accomplished eventer and her grandfather Barry Ewen trained gallopers and trotters, so Melissa’s love of horses’s is almost a genetic thing.

Even her fiancé, Michael Harding, has an equine link – he trains trotters.

A student at Angle Vale Primary School before heading to Balaklava High School and then on to Gawler High School to complete Year 11 and 12, Melissa was originally on track to follow a career in childcare but had always dreamed of working with horses full time.

Teaching children to ride was something she did on the side and in her free time.

But it soon became apparent the battle between working to ride and riding for work was a battle no more, and just over a year ago Melissa took a big risk and decided to give her passion all of her focus.

Her future lay with the horses.

“My passion is horses; it’s in the blood you could say,” Melissa explained.

“I worked to pay for my horses and initially started giving lessons to a few friends.

“It’s just grown from there really.”

During school holidays, Melissa runs two-day horse camps at her property, Melbrock Park, just outside Two Wells.

N Two Wells rider Melissa Karutz was this year named Champion Rider at Grand National level in the 21-30 year old category. Melissa has been involved with horses since before she could walk and has made her passion her life, offering riding instruction and training at her local property. She is pictured above on Dicavalli Dandy after winning champion rider at the Australian Grand National Championships earlier this year.

Kids bring along their ponies and horses, or Melissa can supply one, camp together and participate in fun, daily riding lessons and games.

It is an opportunity for the

budding riders to improve their skills, develop broader relationships with like-minded youngsters and strengthen the bond with their mount.

During the week Melissa trains

horses for shows, teaches horsemanship and gives weekly riding lessons for children.

Two Wells youngsters, Chelsea Nelson, 11, and Jazmin Phillips, 13, come as often as they can to help out with the horses and even show some of Melissa’s horses for her.

“I really like to aim things at the kids,” Melissa said.

“I think the kids are going to be the ones coming through.

“I’ve done eventing, show jumping, dressage, and even vaulting.

“I’ve done a bit of everything but showing is my first love.”

This love doesn’t come cheap, with Melissa saying she’s spent tens of thousands of dollars preparing, transporting horses to and from, and competing in show events around the country.

It’s a love that has seen her take part in the esteemed Grand National event since she was a young child.

Earlier this year Melissa was

crowned Champion Rider at the Australian Grand Nationals in the 21-30 year old category on a horse she borrowed from interstate, which she had never ridden before.

“I’ve been going to the Grand National every year since I was seven,” she said.

“But this year was the first time I’ve actually won, so that’s pretty special.”

A top-ten place-getter over the years, Melissa says this victory is a personal highlight in a long riding career, particularly after suffering a broken leg 12 months ago which needed a rod, bolts and metal plate to put it back together.

“My next big thing that I’d love to do is the Garryowen,” she said.

“It’s a turnout class at the Melbourne Royal (Show).

“I’d be judged on presentation, riding ability, manners and paces of the horse.

“It’s a big thing in the horse world.”

So, what is it about horses that keeps Melissa going back for more?

In a world that’s seemingly sapping at your energy, money, time and patience, it’s the special relationship between horse and rider that has her hooked.

For her, every horse is unique.

“The partnership you develop with a horse is what gets me.

“I like the challenge of having to work with them, they’re beautiful animals.”

Melissa credits her success to the support of her family, particularly her mum, Joanne, who has backed her passion from a very young age.

Sport heats up on the Adelaide Plains Winter sports may have just finished, but it’s time to dust off the softball bat, tennis racquet, bowls and cricket bats and shove the football, netball and soccer boots to the back of the cupboard.

Yep, summer is upon us! Apart from warmer days and cool drinks, summer sports are here.

Here is a snapshot of what is happening in the local summer sports clubs which are always looking for new members, coaches and support.

Softball

The Two Wells ‘T-Birds” Softball club season will commence its season in the Gawler and Districts League on October 18. Although training has already commenced, everyone is more than welcome to

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come out. All games are played in the same spot (no long drives!) at Karbeethan Reserve on Angle Vale road, Evanston Gardens.

T-ball is first up on a Saturday morning starting at 8.30am, followed by juniors at 9.15am and 11am, then seniors at 1pm and 3pm.

Baseball also takes place on Saturdays at Karbeethan, so bring the whole family along for a fun day out.

For more information, contact the new president, Karin Farrugia, on 0413 628 202.

Tennis

The Two Wells Tennis club will begin its summer season with school holiday Tennis Fun Days on October 1 and 8 from 2-4pm and everyone is welcome. Free junior coaching will

be available for a gold coin donation.

Beginner coaching and Hot Shots Tennis will start on October 15 for children aged four to 13. The Saturday teams will begin competition on October 18 in the Gawler association.

The club will also be holding coaching clinics by Grant Daniel who is accredited with Tennis Australia. They will take place once a month starting Wednesday, October 22, at 4.30pm. Grant has been coaching for more than 20 years and has played in the highest level of tennis representing the state.

There are many levels of competitive and non-competitive teams available so if you have a child aged 4 – 17 years, of any ability, who would like to play in a team, please

contact Marie on 0419 838 929.

Bowling

The Two Wells Bowling club began its season 2014/2015 with an Open Day on September 28.

Starting on Tuesday, October 28, there will be a mixed Come ‘N’ Try social night competition for everyone. Everyone, including beginners, is welcome, whether you are on your own or with a group. Bowls are supplied, and entry fee is $5, which also includes supper.

Pennants is held every Wednesday for men, Thursday for ladies, and Saturdays is open gender. For any enquiries phone Irene on 0417 810 029.

Cricket

The Two Wells Cricket club will

start on October 11 at Two Wells oval.

The club will be entering a men’s senior side, two women’s sides and an under 10s side in the Para District Cricket association. The senior men’s competition starts on Saturday, October 11, with the women’s team kicking off on Monday, October 13.

All women’s matches are played on Monday nights from 6pm – 8pm and men compete on Saturdays from 1pm. Training is Thursday nights from 5pm at the Two Wells oval.

Contact the new club president, Devon Hardiman, on 0402 775 952 for more information.

Send in your results: Clubs can send their results to editor@twowellsecho.com.au for publication.

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Winter sports wrap up The end of the 2014 football and netball season was celebrated by junior members of the Two Wells Football and Netball Sporting Club and their families on Sunday September 21. Following a shared BBQ lunch at the club grounds, trophies were presented to the best and fairest from each junior team.

Participation certificates were also presented to members of the Under 10 netball team, as well as the Under 8 and Under 11 football teams. Trophy winners Under 13A netball trophy winners, from left, Taryn Sochacki, Victoria Pounendis, Jade were as follows: Under 13A netball – Jade Morrison and Annalyse Brewin.

Morrison (B/F), Victoria Pounendis (R/U) with Taryn Sochacki and Annalyse Brewin jointly awarded the coaches’ trophy.

Under 15 netball - Grace Slattery (B/F), Jaclyn Stankevicius & Tayla Southwell (joint R/U), Jaime Stringer (Coaches’ award).

Under 17 netball - Tayla Oakley (B/F), Laura Oakley (R/U), Claudia Devlin (Coaches Award).

Under 14 football – Jayden Under 17 netball trophy winners, from left, Brewin (B&F), Luke Barnett Tayla Oakley, Laura Oakley and Claudia (R/U), Brian Mason (coaches’ Devlin. award) and Jacob Kerr (Best Team Man).

Jayden was also presented with the John Dawkins Award for most club votes for the association as awarded by the umpires.

Under 17 football – Joshua Pellizzari (B&F), Noah Barnett (R/U), Jamie Humphrys (Best Team Man), Brandon Lee (Coaches Award).

Congratulations to all trophy winners and to all who took part, Under 15 netball trophy winners, from left, in any way, in this year’s netball Grace Slattery, Jaclyn Stankevicius, Jaime and football season.

Stringer and Tayla Southwell.

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Mallala v Two Wells

Mallala started the game at quick speed to set the pace. It was goal for goal, then Mallala got a break with great positioning and accurate shooting from Mallala GS Carissa Buckley. Mallala applied defensive pressure through the centre court.

Two Wells GK Cassie Kent displayed great agility in the ring. A fast paced and well contested game. Mal 15 – TW 9. Standouts: Carissa Buckley (Mal GS) and Cassie Kent (TW GK).

Mallala got an early turnover to extend the lead. Hands over the ball and down the court pressure applied

by Mallala which helped increase their lead. Firm leads and accurate shooting by GS Mallala Carissa Buckley.

Two Wells made a mid quarter change which resulted in quick succession of goals, but tight mid court defensive and strong attack combination got Mallala to further extend the lead.

Two Wells C Neralie Wearn provided good drive and direction for TW but defensive combination of GK Jayne Brown (Mal) and GD Ashlee Angus, backed up by attacking combination of C Brooke Griffiths and WA Diana Feely (Mal). Mal 32 – TW 16.

Standouts: Brooke Griffiths (Mal C) and Neralie Wearn (TW C).

Both Mallala and TW made changes to their teams bringing on fresh players. Mallala started the quarter strong with turnovers resulting in goals. TW WA Maddy Seccafien fed well into the ring giving TW replying goals. A fast paced game with both teams working hard with defensive pressure down the court and strong attacking drive. Mallala’s Brooke Griffiths and Carissa Buckley worked well together. TW GS Stephanie Walker shot well and changes to positions for TW saw a more evenly contested game. Mal 49 – TW 30. Standouts: Carissa Buckley (Mal GS) and Stephanie Walker (TW GS).

Both teams made changes bringing on fresh players. Mallala started fiercely and TW played hard netball to take control of the game to win the quarter 15 to 10. Strong rebounding and shooting from TW GS Stephanie Walker and GA Trisha Beere had TW contesting the game. Mallala’s attacking combination and mid court drive proved a successful team for Mallala.

It was good competitive netball until the final time was called. Congratulations to all players and their respective coaches. Final score: Mal 59 – TW 45.

Standouts: Carissa Buckley (Mal GS) and Trisha Beere (TW GA).

Players fought hard for the victorious premiership. Spectators were supportive cheering their teams and adding to the grand final atmosphere.

Mallala were very strong in both the defence and attack, making them the 2014 victors.

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Mallala took the lead early in the first quarter and maintained strong defensive pressure down the court.

Two Wells fought back to even the score late in the quarter. Scores remain even at the end of the first quarter. TW 10 – Mal 10. Standouts: Leah Clifton (TW WA) and Amy Cawrse (Mal C).

Low scoring quarter but Mallala took a two-goal lead at the start. TW attack pushed hard in the second half of the quarter following injury time.

Mallala kept strong and went into half time with a one goal lead. TW 18 – Mal 19. Standouts: Brooke Humphries (TW GD) and Amy Cawrse (Mal C).

Slow to start scoring in the third quarter. Mallala took a few intercepts in the defensive end and the mid court also turning over some balls. Mallala increased their lead to three goals.

TW came back hard following injury time half way through the third quarter to even the scores. TW lead by one

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Father and son rivalry

By Vice-Captain, Adam Bail

Under 17 football trophy winners, from left, Jamie Humphrys, Brandon Lee, Noah Barnett and Joshua Pellizzari.

Under 14 football trophy winners, from left, Brian Mason, Jacob Kerr, Luke Barnett and Jayden Brewin.

Roosters farewell coach

MARK Thomson will not be coaching the Two Wells A grade team next year after four seasons at the helm. He is pictured with his family after the 2012 APFL grand final, in which he led the Roosters to a premiership.

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goal at the end of this quarter. TW 26 – Mal 25. Standouts: Leah Clifton (TW WA), Jordyn Algar (Mal C) and Belinda Angus (Mal GD).

Mallala came out firing in the fourth quarter to even the score early.

A lot of pressure from both teams kept the score even for much of the quarter.

Mallala pushed out a two-goal lead with five minutes to go. Mallala held steady to win the day and increase their lead by three goals. Final score: TW 32 – Mal 36. Standouts: Leah Humphrys (TW GD) and Belinda Angus (Mal GK).

Mallala consistently fought hard to be the better team of the day, a close game with lots of pressure.

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Two Wells v Hummocks

Both teams started off with a few silly mistakes with stepping calls. TW gained a couple of goals thanks to great shooting. Great pressure by Hummocks defence which saw TW only leading by three. TW 8 – Hum 5. Standouts: Sky Wolf (Hum) and Wendy Salter TW. TW started strongly shooting the first five goals for the quarter, Hummocks failed capitalise on their centre passes and TW increased their lead.

Hummocks WD provided some great turnovers. TW 21 – Hum 13.

Standouts: Amy Nottle (Hum) and Hayley Squires (TW).

Strong defensive pressure from both teams saw scores even in the first part of the quarter. TW GA provided great feeds into the circle.

Hummocks GS shot well and Hummocks forced a few turnovers which they scored from. TW 29 – Hum 23.

Standouts: Mikaela Lane (Hum GS) Watson and Hayley Squires (TW).

TW started the quarter strong with a few turnovers and accurate shooting. TW finished off the game strongly not without Hummocks making a few great turnovers. TW 39 – Hum 30.

Standouts: Naomi Todd (Hum) and Wendy Salter (TW).

A great contest, both teams fought right to the end. TW made less unforced errors and were just too good in the end.

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Two Wells Home v Two Wells Away

A nail biting start to the game with both teams coming from Two Wells, going head to head! TW home won the centre pass. TW away came out with all guns blazing after their preliminary final loss. Some strong competitive netball in this first quarter.

TWH 6 – TWA 8. Standouts: Rachel Pitt (TWA GS).

TW home came out wih a vengeance scoring six straight goals to open the second quarter. TW home did not give up. TW away missed a few shots but the support from the sidelines kept the goalies going. Taylor Oakley dominated in defence, turning over many balls. TWH 16 – TWA 17.

Standouts: Tayla Oakley (TW GD).

An excellent start by Megan Wandel turning the ball to open the quarter resulting in a goal for the away team. Lots of nervous players on the court fumbling the ball. TW home looked a little frazzled by the away teams determination to get the ball. TWH 24 – TWA 28. Standouts: Kylie Lowe (TWA GK).

The big final quarter to what was a huge battle. It was still anyone’s game with only four goals in it. It was goal for goal throughout the quarter seeing the scores level with six minutes to go!

TWH came back strong in the last few minutes to take out the game. Final score: TWH 41 – TWA 35. Standouts: Amy Moss (TWH GD).

Mallala was stronger on the day making less mistakes to become the winners. Both teams played a high standard of netball, a well played and great game to watch.

During September we saw the final of the Handicap Matchplay being fought out between father and son.

Russell and Stuart Grigg battled it out with a thrilling finish.

Russell came back from two down with two to play to square things up and send the final to extra holes.

Russell couldn’t continue the run however, falling to Stuart’s consistent stroke play on the first playoff hole.

Congratulations to Stuart on a great win. Always good to stitch up the old man!

With some fabulous weather on Saturday’s this past month it has been great to see the weekly honours being shared around with different winners each week.

Andrew Baker, John Ball and Les Grafton were all winners along with Yogi Frencken who scored a great victory to take out the Medal of Medals against all of the Month Medal winners for the year.

The Ladies on Tuesdays have had a fabulous month with Kathy Stubing, Elaine Grigg and Julie Holland taking out wins and showing their consistent form.

The ladies also started the lead-up to their season close with their usual season-end excursion and will close out in the coming weeks with a 16-hole Ambrose.

If you would like to join us and try and tame our challenging little course and have a great day visit the club this Saturday. Golf starts at 11:00am with tee offs until around 12:30pm and everyone in before 5:00pm for presentation of the days prizes and a chance to take home the much sought after Virginia Meat Store meat tray raffles.

Ladies also play on Tuesdays around 9:15am and new members always welcome.

Two Wells Golf Club also has a website, www.twowellsgolfclub.com.au with a wealth of information about the course, competitions, membership information and everything else you need to know. Come out and play!

We would love to see you out there.

Also a quick reminder the upcoming presentation day will be held on Saturday October 4. Good golfing everyone. Results: 30 August: Par. A Grade – Andrew Baker, Russell Grigg, Michael Davies B Grade – Ian Clark, James Weir, Danny Smith Ladies – Elaine Grigg 6 September: Stableford. A Grade – John Ball, Russell Grigg, Stuart Grigg. B Grade – Steven Kelly, Ian Clark, James Weir. Ladies – Elaine Grigg, Julie Holland 13 September: Stableford. A Grade – Les Grafton, John Ball, Robert Thompson. B Grade – Ian Telfer, Jeoff Spackman, James Weir 20 September: Stroke. A Grade – Yogi Frencken, Paul Shields, Ian Smith. B Grade – Jeoff Spackman, Hans Linford, Neil Bowden. Ladies – Julie Holland, Elaine Grigg.

Virginia Cricket Club

WANTED • Junior Cricketers, all ages • Senior Cricketers • Junior Officials For teams in Para Districts Cricket Association season 2014/15

All interested parties call 0422 587 462 or 0439 877 660

APNA RESULTS

Results of Adelaide Plains Netball Association Grand Final played Saturday September 20 A1: Mallala 38 def Hummocks 34 Best on Court: Tayla Williams (Hum) A2: Mallala 59 def Two Wells 45 Best on Court Carissa Buckley (Mal) A3: Mallala 36 def Two Wells 32 Best on Court Belinda Angus (Mal) A4: Two Wells 39 def Hummocks 30 Best on Court Sky Wolf (Hum) A5: Two Wells Home 41 def Two Wells Away 35 Best on Court: Amy Moss (TW Home) U/17: Mallala 31 def Long Plains 25 Best on Court: Grace Farrelly (Mal) U/15: Long Plains 31 def Mallala 30 Best on Court: Rachel Dunstan (Mal) U/13A: Mallala 30 def Balaklava 28 Best on Court: Sianna Bond (Bal) U/13B: Mallala 29 def Hummocks 11 Best on Court: Tiarhn Carpenter (Mal)

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Two Wells Football and Netball Club Best & Fairest Awards – The Redlow Photos: Devon Hardiman KEEP AN EYE ON THE PLAINS PRODUCER FOR MORE PHOTOS

Two Wells A Grade L-R: Anthony Pontt Best Team Man, Ned Seccafien B&F and MVP, Ben Slattery Best team man, Eamon Fetherstonhaugh R/up B&F.

Two Wells Reserves L-R: Best Team man Luke Tryfopoulos, Matthew Sincock B&F, Cameron Franklin Coaches, Ben Arnold B grade coach. Andrew Pounendis R/up (absent).

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A1: Mia Darling Runners up, Nicole Darling B&F, Stacey Gameau Coaches.

A4: Maddison Sayner Coaches, Hayley Squires B&F, Wendy Salter R/up (absent).

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A3: Karen Gramazio Coaches, Briony Thompson R/up, Brooke Schuit B&F.

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A5 Away: Kylie Lowe Coaches Award, Renee Cameron B&F, Rachael Pitt R/up.

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Two Wells Echo, October, 2014